Resident Dining Director - Culinary Leader

Eden Senior Care, LLC; Wadena (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Eden Senior Care, LLC is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead culinary operations at Fair Oaks Lodge in Minnesota, guiding menus, production and team leadership across skilled nursing and assisted living settings.

This role emphasizes high-quality meals, regulatory compliance, staff training, budget management, resident engagement, safety and waste reduction, and requires a Certified Dietary Manager with 1–2 years SNF food-service leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager credential required.
• 1–2 years of SNF food service leadership preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and/or prepare high-quality meals with attention to presentation and portion control.
• Utilize standardized recipes and production tools to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate on menu planning, including holiday and special event offerings.
• Conduct daily pre-meal briefings with service staff to align on expectations.
• Support hiring, training, and mentoring of culinary team members.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and address performance concerns in coordination with HR.
• Maintain organized, clean, and compliant storage areas; ensure proper labeling and dating.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and cleanliness to meet safety standards.
• Assist with ordering and inventory control to align with budget goals.
• Engage with residents to gather feedback and enhance dining satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food service management

Education

Certified Dietary Manager

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or Food Service (preferred)

Job description

Eden Senior Care, LLC is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead culinary operations at Fair Oaks Lodge in Minnesota, guiding menus, production and team leadership across skilled nursing and assisted living settings.

This role emphasizes high-quality meals, regulatory compliance, staff training, budget management, resident engagement, safety and waste reduction, and requires a Certified Dietary Manager with 1–2 years SNF food-service leadership experience.